The UK bingo sector faces a licensing identity crisis as gaming machines now generate nearly double the revenue of bingo games in high-street venues. This raises questions for the government about distinguishing between bingo halls and adult gaming centers, especially when bingo revenue is minimal.
Georgia has fully launched its International iGaming Licence regime, with Random Systems Georgia (RSG) appointed as the regulator. RSG states that Georgia has established a robust framework designed to support the expansion of iGaming businesses into existing and new markets.
The UK betting industry, including major operators like Entain and Betfred, is intensifying lobbying efforts against potential tax increases, specifically the Machine Games Duty. They warn that increased taxation could lead to shop closures, impacting jobs and community contributions ahead of the government's Autumn budget.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a provisional measure banning fixed-odds betting and online casino games, effectively halting the country's recently regulated betting market. This measure, signed on September 25, prohibits the exploitation, offering, intermediation, and advertising of these activities across Brazil.
Brazil’s short experiment with regulated online gambling is ending: all gambling websites and apps in the country will shut down on 6 October, according to Gaming Intelligence.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed a provisional measure to ban online betting, initiating the shutdown of the country's regulated fixed-odds sports wagering and virtual casino games industry. The government cited concerns about protecting families from gambling-related debt and social harms as the basis for the prohibition.
Brazilian President Lula has announced a ban on betting companies operating in Brazil, effective from 6 October. This decision comes less than two years after the country initially regulated online betting, effectively outlawing the licensed sector.
Brazil's online betting market is awaiting the potential signing of a provisional measure (MP) today, September 25, which could ban betting. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to make an official announcement regarding this measure, which aligns with his campaign against online betting.
Greater Manchester Police, supported by the Gambling Commission, arrested four individuals and seized over £20,000 during raids on four illegal gambling premises in Manchester. This operation is part of an ongoing investigation targeting unlicensed betting activities in the city center.
Bulgaria's Prime Minister has introduced a bill to amend the Gambling Act, proposing a near-total ban on gambling advertising and revised financial requirements for operators. These measures aim to limit gambling promotions and address addiction concerns within the country.
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) plans to investigate licensed sportsbooks, including DraftKings, regarding their use of artificial intelligence in betting promotions. This inquiry follows a New York Times investigation into how machine learning targets customers with promotional offers, prompting the MGC to seek to understand these practices.
New York State has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket US, alleging the prediction market operator is running an illegal and unlicensed gambling operation. The suit claims Polymarket, which launched in the US in December 2025, allows users to bet on various outcomes, violating state gambling laws.
Genting Casinos UK has stated that 13 of its 32 British casinos would become unprofitable and face potential closure if the Treasury doubles the slot tax from 20% to 40%. The company estimates this increase could lead to 850 job losses across its UK operations. CEO Paul Willcock highlighted the severe impact on their business model.
The Star Entertainment Group's Sydney casino licence suspension has been extended until 2027. This extension means the casino will have been without independent operating rights for nearly four years since October 2022.
Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, stated he would take 'immense pleasure' in ending betting activity within the country. This declaration was made during his re-election campaign, promising to halt the activity if re-elected.
The UK government has initiated a six-week consultation on a proposal to ban licensed gambling operators in Great Britain from offering third-party bets on Powerball draws. This move aims to align Powerball with existing National Lottery product regulations and would introduce a new license condition under the Gambling Act 2005.
The NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC) has fined Crown Sydney's property company $40,000 for a serious intoxication incident. The fine relates to the company's responsibility for property management and licensed premises on the ground floor of Crown's Barangaroo precinct, despite not operating the casino itself.
The New South Wales government has extended the term of The Star Sydney's manager, Nick Weeks, until June 30, 2027. This decision means the casino's license will not be returned to The Star Pty Limited for the foreseeable future, maintaining external management.
Khalid Ali, CEO of the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA), discussed the insights from African alert data, noting that increased alerts indicate more effective integrity systems. He highlighted that most football alerts involve accounts outside the country and expressed IBIA's reservations about restricting regulated betting on domestic competitions.
Tabcorp has been fined $350,000 by Victoria's gaming regulator for telemarketing violations. This penalty follows an earlier fine by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), marking the second regulatory action against the operator in three months.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has reportedly pledged an outright ban on online betting. This decision, confirmed in a meeting with economic ministers, fulfills an election promise by the Workers Party government.
Bulgaria is proposing a new reform that would cap net fees retained by payment facilitators from gambling transactions at 1.5%. This measure targets the national payments infrastructure, rather than directly impacting gambling operators. It represents a novel fiscal approach within the EU.
Tabcorp has been fined $350,000 by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission for failing to implement mandatory multi-factor authentication controls. This failure led to unauthorized access and withdrawals from some customer wagering accounts.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James have filed a lawsuit against Polymarket, alleging it operates an illegal gambling business in New York. The suit seeks to halt Polymarket's operations and impose fines for its unlicensed prediction market platform.
Tribal gaming leaders are scheduled to address the topic of prediction markets during a featured session at G2E. The discussion will cover tribal sovereignty and strategies to protect the tribal gaming market from potential impacts of prediction market operations. This highlights growing concerns within the tribal gaming sector regarding market integrity.